UK’s First Motorway Car-Sharing Lane Now Open

Thursday, 20 March, 2008 at 3:24 pm by Motor Lawyers

M606 motorway - UK's first car-share lane now open

In a bid to ease motorway congestion, the first motorway car-share lane has opened in West Yorkshire. The lane stretches 1.7 miles and links the southbound M606 from Bradford to the eastbound M62 towards Leeds and it is estimated will save the average commuter 30-40 minutes per week.

What are the rules/which vehicles are entitled to use the car-sharing lane?

Vehicles must be carrying two or more people.
Motorcyclists can use the lane and do not need to carry an extra passenger.
Heavy goods vehicles are not allowed to use the lane.

What is the Penalty if I breach the rules?
Those who get caught can expect a £30 fixed penalty ticket.

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